August weather forecastSagne, Mauritania
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another torrid month in Sagne, Mauritania, with an average temperature varying between 37.3°C (99.1°F) and 29°C (84.2°F).Temperature
August's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still torrid 37.3°C (99.1°F), hardly different from the previous month. During the nights in August, Sagne experiences a consistent average temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).Heat index
In August, the heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 47%, August is the most humid month.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Sagne. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:21. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:03 GMT.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Sagne is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average UV index of 8 in August transforms into this advice:
Skin and eyes are vulnerable without protection. Ensure you always take precautions. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Sagne, Mauritania
- Average high temperature in August: 37.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (42.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 29°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (29.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°C).
Average pressure in August
Sagne, Mauritania
- Average pressure in August: 1010.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Sagne, Mauritania
- Average wind speed in August: 16.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (12.3km/h).
Average humidity in August
Sagne, Mauritania
- Average humidity in August: 47%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (13%).
Average rainfall in August
Sagne, Mauritania
- Average rainfall in August: 57mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (57mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Sagne, Mauritania
- Average rainfall days in August: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (10.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sagne, Mauritania
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are March, April, May, June and October (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Sagne, Mauritania
- Average sunshine days in August: 18.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (18.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Sagne, Mauritania
- Average UV index in August: 8
The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Sagne, Mauritania
- Average cloud cover in August: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in August
Sagne, Mauritania
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
